New Jersey's court system is organized by county, with the Superior Court handling the majority of civil and criminal matters. Understanding the structure helps attorneys identify when per diem coverage is most valuable.
NJ Court Structure
- Superior Court — Law Division — general civil litigation, personal injury, commercial disputes
- Superior Court — Chancery Division — equity matters, injunctions, foreclosures, probate, family court
- Superior Court — Special Civil Part — small claims, landlord-tenant, and civil matters under the statutory threshold
- Municipal Courts — traffic violations, ordinance violations, and minor criminal matters
- Appellate Division — appeals from trial courts
- Tax Court — tax assessment appeals
Multi-County Caseloads
NJ firms often have matters across multiple counties. Instead of driving between courthouses in Bergen, Essex, and Hudson counties, per diem coverage lets you maintain appearances in every court while staying productive at your desk.
Instant Per Diem Attorneys covers all 21 New Jersey counties. See our New Jersey coverage page for details.